The nurse is providing teaching about home care for an 8-year-old boy with sunburn all over his back and shoulders. Which of the following responses by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "Cool compresses may help cool the burn."
B) "He should peel off any flaking skin."
C) "NSAIDs like ibuprofen will be helpful."
D) "He should avoid hot showers or baths for a couple of days."
B
Response:
If skin flaking occurs, the child should be discouraged from peeling the flaked skin as it can cause further injury. The other statements are correct.
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A) The Health Belief Model B) The Transtheoretical Model C) Health as Expanding Consciousness Model D) The Health Care Systems Model
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1. decrease nasal congestion. 2. break down mucus. 3. relieve severe cough. 4. relieve mild cough.
The instructions for Norvasc should be written "hold if BP is ________ 
." 
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).